THE FOURTH CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL AWARDED: Celebrating the Legacy of the Montford Point Marines, Tuskegee Airmen, 6888th Battalion, and Harlem Hellfighters.

 



THE FOURTH CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL AWARDED: Celebrating the Legacy of the Montford Point Marines, Tuskegee Airmen, 6888th Battalion, and Harlem Hellfighters. 

The National Montford Point Marines Association, Inc., Baltimore Chapter #17 proudly congratulates Sergeant Major (Ret.) O’Neal Johnson Jr., Vice President of Chapter #17, on his invitation to attend the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony honoring the legendary 369th Infantry Regiment, the Harlem Hellfighters (https://montfordpointmarines.org/).



This prestigious recognition places the Harlem Hellfighters among an elite circle of history-making African American military units—the Montford Point Marines, the Tuskegee Airmen, and the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. Together, they stand as the only four Black military units to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in the 250-year history of the United States Army.



A Distinguished Life of Service



Sergeant Major Johnson’s remarkable career reflects the very spirit of this historic occasion. Over 30 years, five months, and three days of service in the United States Marine Corps, he rose through the ranks with honor and distinction. His deployments spanned the Persian Gulf in the early 1980s, Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and the Global War on Terrorism after 9/11. From 2010–2011, he served courageously in Afghanistan at Shindand Air Base during the first surge.



Beyond the Marines, Johnson served as a Captain in the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS), leading as Station Commander, contributing to emergency communications and investigations, and guiding recruitment efforts that strengthened the department’s future.




Continuing the Mission


Today, in retirement, Johnson continues to embody service and leadership. As the Founder & CEO of SilentVets.org, he champions initiatives that empower veterans and expand opportunities for lifelong learning. His philanthropic work and advocacy ensure that the sacrifices of servicemen and women are never forgotten.


A proud native of New York and now a resident of Baltimore County, Johnson is also a man of scholarship, holding degrees from Campbell University and Columbia Southern University.



A Shared Celebration


The Montford Point Marines Association celebrates this moment not only as a personal honor for Sergeant Major Johnson but also as a collective triumph. His invitation to attend the Harlem Hellfighters’ Gold Medal ceremony reflects the enduring legacy of African American military heroes—men and women who served with valor, fought against injustice, and helped shape the history of a nation.


We congratulate Sergeant Major (Ret.) O’Neal Johnson Jr. for representing his chapter, his community, and the generations of African American warriors whose sacrifices are now enshrined in the nation’s highest honor.


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